Summary
This article describes two options for sharing specific course content without using the full "Course Copy" option.
How-To
Task: Direct share to other faculty
Instructions
The Send to feature allows you to quickly direct share Canvas content with another faculty.
Step 1 - In Assignments, Quizzes, Discussions, Pages, or Modules, click the ⋮ icon for an entry and select Send to... from the drop-down menu.
Step 2 - Begin typing the name of the other teacher and select the name of the correct user when it appears. ...
Step 3 - Click the Send button.
Step 4 - Any user who receives shared content will be notified in the User Navigation Menu. Shared content is indicated in the user's Account icon and also in the Shared Content link
Step 5 - Clicking that link will display shared items. Click the ⋮ icon for an entry to Preview, Import, or Remove a shared item.
Canvas article: How do I manage content shared to me from other users?
NOTE: If the content being shared includes other course content (such as a quiz that includes a file), only the direct content item selected for sharing will be included. The additional files must be shared individually.
Outcome
You are able to use the direct share aspect of Canvas with other faculty.
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Task: Direct copy course content
Instructions
The Copy To feature allows you to copy Canvas content to directly to another course you are associated with.
Step 1 - In Assignments, Quizzes, Discussions, Pages or Modules, click the ⋮ icon for an entry and select Copy to... from the drop-down menu.
Step 2 - Enter the course code or course name in the Select a Course, then select the course you want to copy into.
Step 3 - Select Copy. A success message appears indicating the copy is complete.
Step 4 - Select Close to close the window.
Step 5 - Go to the other course to locate the copied content.
Canvas Article: How do I copy a module to another course?
Outcome
You are able to direct copy content to another course.
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Further Readings
How do I manage content shared to me from other users.
How do I copy a module to another course?
Need additional help?
Submit a Canvas (myCourses) support request or visit the Technology Help Desk Support page to locate your local campus contact information or to submit an online technology support request. For password issues you must call or visit the Help Desk in person.